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VCCC – Kamloops Chapter Newsletter Box 239 Kamloops, BC V2C 5K6

Email kamshafteditor@gmail.com Editor: Dave Dickinson

National Website: www.vccc.com ---------- Next Issue Deadline for Classifieds & News- December 16th ---------

----------January 2019 Issue Deadline for Classifieds & News- January 11th 2019---------

Vol. 47 No. 11

Calendar of Events *Kamloops Chapter Events

*Nov 28th Elections at the General Meeting

*Dec 1st Christmas Dinner/Party (Contact Lila for Tickets 250 573 4256)

*Dec 2nd December Group Breakfast (Denny’s 9:30 am)

Dec. 25th Merry Christmas to all from the Kamshaft Staff *Jan 23rd First General Meeting of 2019 with your new Executive

As it was raining John Duerksen decided to go through some of his old Kamshafts

and he came upon the Personality Profile that I had written in a previous Kamshaft. I believe

it was 1986 or 87 but not sure. John thought it would be of interest to have me reprint it.

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Personality Profile by Dave Dickinson

Buzz and Jeanne Henshaw I was working in Lillooet the other day when I happen to meet Buzz on the street. He had commented on reading the articles in the "Kamshaft" and said that he would like to do something sometime in regards to his experiences. Next thing he knew was that he and I were having coffee and he was giving me the details of their 39 Plymouth. In 1982 Buzz saw an ad in the Old Car Trader advertising a 1939 Plymouth sedan in Winnipeg. Since his kids lived there he had them go and take a look at it. They said under all the dust and dirt that it looked like a car and that it was supposed to run. Sight unseen, Buzz purchased the car for $2500 and then he bought a one way plane tickets to Winnipeg for Jeanne and himself. They arrived in Winnipeg on Friday and on Saturday morning picked up the car. First job was to vacuum and clean the interior of the car from the trails left by mice over the years of storage. Following that it was started and taken to the service station for a checkup and grease job. Everything appeared OK so on Sunday morning they left Winnipeg with a sign on the car. "On the Road Again — Vancouver Maybe?" Drove the car 450 miles in 10 hours. Had lots of various comments from service station attendants and the people they met. However, they were really having fun. While in Edmonton they took Buzz's elderly parents for a afternoon drive around the city. They really enjoyed the afternoon reminiscing about their younger days and what times and cars were like in those days. From there it was on the road again to Lillooet and home to Shalalth. Had no problem what so ever with the car. Got home thinking what a good buy. Buzz had heard about the Vintage Car Club in Kamloops so as they passed through he phoned someone about joining. He believes it was Dick Parkes because the gentleman he spoke to on the phone said that he had seen the car Plymouth parked at the motel on his way home from work. Buzz and Jeanne have been members ever since. They regret that they cannot be more active but it is a long drive from Shalalth to Kamloops. Buzz made the statement to me that he never leaves home without his Vintage Car Roster because over the years he has met some wonderful people throughout the province because of it. Also feels it works as an insurance policy when travelling Vintage. Buzz spent 5 years in a frame off restoration of the car. While restoring the car Frank Easson from Ashcroft helped him drag home a 1937 from the old dump on the Highland Valley road. Following that a 1940 Coupe was located at Texas Creek in Lillooet. Hauled this car to the body shop where he was currently working on the car. One of the body men thought the car was too good to cut up as a parts car so he kept the car for himself and made a Hot Rod out of it. Buzz did not elaborate but did state that he found out that not all body shops are equal. Later on the 39 Plymouth to the Readings at Sorrento where he enjoyed both their company and their work. The Readings had quite a bit of the restoration completed (I believe only painting was left) when the car was lost in their tragic fire. He said upon hearing the news of the fire and their car he and Jeanne sat down and cried as they were heart broken. (Buzz says that a person should check their insurance quite carefully as to the actually coverage that is on the car. At the time he had ICBC which proved to be quite a hassle. Since then his cars are with BCAA) (He felt that he and the Readings lost and ICBC won.) They waited two years before finding another car which is a 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. This is when the coffee ended and Buzz left stating that the Met was another story.

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INSURANCE

The First Flakes Have Fallen:

It’s Time for Winter Storage

For many, the first snow of the winter has already fallen, and winterizing the beloved collector vehicle has suddenly

become top on the priority list. If the car is simply parked in the garage for an extended period of time without preparation,

you may return to a dead battery or — even worse — a damaged engine, flattened tires, or electrical or interior damage

from rodents. The following steps will prevent any springtime heartbreak:

Wash and Wax – It may seem fruitless to wash the car when it is about to be put away for months,

but it is an easy step that shouldn't be overlooked. Water stains or bird droppings left on the car can

permanently damage the paint. Make sure to clean the wheels and undersides of the fenders to get

rid of mud, grease and tar. For added protection, give the car a coat of wax and treat any interior

leather with a good conditioner.

Car Covers – Even though your classic is stored in the garage in semi-stable temperatures and

protected from the elements, a weatherproof car cover will keep any spills or dust off of the paint.

It can also protect from scratches while moving objects around the parked car.

Oil Change – If you will be storing the vehicle for longer than 30 days, consider getting the

oil changed. Used engine oil has contaminants that could damage the engine or lead to sludge

buildup.

Fuel Tank – Before long-term storage of over 30-days, remember to fill the gas tank to prevent

moisture from accumulating inside the fuel tank and to keep the seals from drying out. You

should also purchase a fuel stabilizer to prevent ethanol buildup and protect the engine from

gum, varnish and rust. The fuel stabilizer will prevent the gas from deteriorating for up to 12

months.

Battery Care – An unattended battery will eventually lose its charge, resulting in having to purchase a

new battery in the spring. The easiest, low-tech solution is to disconnect the battery cables — the negative

(ground) first, then the positive. You'll likely lose any stereo pre-sets, time and other settings. If you want

to keep those settings and ensure that your battery starts the moment you return, purchase a battery tender,

also known as a trickle charger. This device hooks up to your car battery on one end, then plugs into a wall

outlet on the other and delivers just enough electrical power to prevent the battery from dying.

Parking Brake Tips – For general use it is a good idea to use the parking brake, but don't do it when you leave a car in

storage long term; if the brake pads make contact with the rotors for an extended period of time, they could fuse together.

Instead of risking your emergency brake, purchase a tire stopper or two — also called a chock — to prevent the car from

moving.

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Tire Care – If a vehicle is left stationary for too long, the tires could develop flat spots from weight of the

vehicle pressing down on the tires' treads. This occurs at a faster rate in colder temperatures,

especially with high-performance or low-profile tires and in severe cases, a flat spot

becomes a permanent part of the tire causing a need for replacement. If your car will be in

storage for more than 30 days, consider taking the wheels off and placing the car on jack

stands at all four corners. This step requires more work than simply inflating the tires to the

recommended pressure, but it can save you the disappointment that a set of destroyed tires

would cause.

Repel Rodents – A solid garage will keep your car dry and relatively warm, conditions that can also attract

unwanted rodents during the cold winter months. There are plenty of places in your car for

critters to hide and even more things for them to destroy. Prevent them from entering your

car by covering any gaps where a mouse could enter, such as the exhaust pipe or an air

intake; steel wool works well for this. Next, spread mothballs or cotton swabs dipped in

peppermint oil along the perimeter of the vehicle as a rodent repellent. Instead of stinky

mothballs, a product called Fresh Cab has been a part of my personal success in keeping the

rodents away. For a more proactive approach in conjunction to the prior suggestions, lay down a few

mousetraps, but make sure someone can check the garage regularly for casualties or you will have to deal with

a smell much worse than mothballs.

Maintain Your Insurance – You might be tempted to cancel your auto insurance when your vehicle is in

storage in order to save money. If you remove coverage completely, it would be a major loss if a

fire started, the weight of snow causes your roof to collapse, or if a theft occurred. Even if just

collision coverage is temporarily removed, the car would not be covered when another moving

object (for example: a tractor or motorcycle) rolled into it, or if the car were to fall of its jack

stands. If you have classic car insurance, namely with Hagerty, the policy covers a full year and

takes winter storage into account in your annual premium, so you don’t have to worry about your

car over the winter months. Presented by Hagerty Insurance It is suggested you look at the internet for ideas and solutions for winterizing your car.

HITCHIN POSTS Remember

When?

YESTERDAY

TODAY

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A

Appropriate for this coming season.

Q. How can I keep my car windshield and windows from fogging up in the winter? A. Car windows can quickly steam up in winter when moisture in the warm cabin air creates condensation.

To clear a foggy car windshield and/or windows, make sure your climate control system is in fresh-air mode (running it in recirculation mode will cause

moisture to accumulate). And although it might seem counterintuitive, you should turn your car's air conditioning on. It will dehumidify the air, which will reduce the chances of a foggy car windshield. Plus setting it to a high temperature should keep the car toasty, too. Editor's Note: This article also appeared in the November 2018 issue of Consumer Reports magazine.

25th Anniversary

Ford Ranchero Roundup Wenatchee WA. September 7-9, 2018

This being a special year Andy Anderson (whom I think was one of the first founders) decided to host the Roundup in

his home town. I transited down HWY 97 + crossed the border at Osoyoos .I was going to stop in at the local race track

‘Area 27 ‘designed by Gilles Villeneuve – but when I saw the Corvette’s lining up I knew there

was no way my little Ranchero 6 c yl. Was going to keep up. !

We commenced on Friday with a meet &greet at The Coast Hotel caught up with many others

that came from BC & AB. We then embarked on a City cruise/poker run that included a stop at

a private garage with tons of Texaco stuff. This was right up my alley, as I’m trying to recreate

a Texaco setting in my garage. I drew 2 Aces on the poker run + thought I was the winner of a

free dinner, but I got beat out by someone with three 2’s!

A TIP FROM CONSUMERS MAGAZINE.

Ranchero Club

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The cruise ended with dinner at the Hot Rod Café in Monitor WA. In the evening a few of us met in the parking lot for

a tailgate party + consisting of beers.

On Sat. morning Andy

organized some parking at the

local Pybus Farmers Market.

It was a busy place we had 20

Rancheros attend as the weather

was sunny & warm. Later we set

up for our group photo but it took

some time to figure how to get all

of us lined up correctly. In the

afternoon, the Chamber of

Commerce provided local wine &

beer tastings. It is amazing all

these craft brews popping up

everywhere. Our banquet in the

evening was at the restaurant on

the top floor of the hotel which was convenient as then we didn’t have to worry about driving afterwards. It was an

excellent meal and I think everyone really enjoyed themselves.

Sunday morning we

held our annual

board meeting

at the Hotel

with

discussions

where to hold

the show in

2019? Maybe in

Portland. Then we

headed out to a special Ford garage, where he

displayed hundreds of toy models plus a wrap up

BBQ in the afternoon. I decided to stay an extra night + took my time driving home on Monday and stopping in to see

how my parents are doing in Penticton.

I forgot to clock the mileage this time but

was pleased that my little Ranchero

cruised along just fine and made it back

home to ‘Falcon Dr. Kamloops.

There were many door prizes to give out

+ I won a special package of Dog Toys –

which was fitting since we now have a

Whoodle ( Wheaton Terrier & Poodle

cross ).

Safe travels to all. Rich Vandermey

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Joy and I just got back from our semi-annual trip down to Missoula, Montana to visit with our daughter Jessica and her family, and as usually happens, I noticed several vintage cars along the way. One of the most interesting was a 1947 Oldsmobile fastback sedan, right on the highway only about 5 miles over the border, just south of Oroville. It was an American model with a straight 8 but what I found intriguing was that it has the same body as our 1941 McLaughlin Buick. I don’t think I have ever seen this model of Olds before.

On the way back from Missoula we overnighted with Darleen and Ivan Lajeunesse in Kelowna and I had a peek around Ivan’s garages to see what was happening. Ivan has been working away for years on his 1939 Hudson convertible but he is attacking it in a bit of a different way than most of us tackle a restoration. Ivan has completed many of the smaller parts like the gas tank, suspension pieces, instruments, etc. and has them all boxed up and ready to install once the chassis

November 28th is

Election Night. This is the night you get the

opportunity to vote for those that you

would like to have on your 2019 Executive.

It seems this is one of the quietest

meetings of the year as everyone appear to

sit on their hands and saying nothing.

Being on the Executive is not a big job

and it can be fun and allows you to help

run the club in the direction you would

like.to see it go.

If you want to volunteer before being

nominated

Contact Ray Henry

778 469 5423 or o_henry@shaw.ca.]

Christmas Party

Saturday December 1st

IOOF Hall 423 Tranquille Rd

5pm Happy Hour

Bring your own Beer or Wine

6pm Dinner of Turkey

If you would like a gift from Santa

Please bring one valued at $10.00 or more

Labelled Man or Lady

Tickets will be available at General Meeting

Wednesday November 28th

or

Contact Lila Foley 250 573 4256

$25.00 per person

If you wish to donate to the food bank please

bring cash or cheque payable to

Kamloops Food Bank,

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and body are done. (I have a bit of history with the Hudson convertible as I was with Ernie McNaughton ‘way back about 1980 when he bought the car and we went back to the Okotoks, Alberta area to pick it up. There were a few hilarious moments on the way back home when we overheard some truckers on Ernie’s CB radio disparaging the pile of rust following us on the trailer. Ivan will eventually have the last laugh as apparently there are only four of these ‘39 Hudson convertibles left in existence!) He sold his Essex a while ago and a Datsun 260 Z that is in his working garage will be moved into the shed which housed the Essex, and then the Hudson body will be moved into the workshop. A lot of his parts are also being stored in the shed to make room for the Hudson. John Bone is locally becoming one of our master restorers with several projects on the go. They recently bought a 1977 Trillium trailer which John has been cleaning up and re-wiring in anticipation of using it next summer.

John is also working on an engine rebuild for a 1955 Pontiac owned by former member, Keith Buchanan.

The other project in his shop is Terry Shewchuk’s 1929 Essex, which is just about finished.

The interior is completed, the new wiring harness almost installed and then, if it is fired up successfully, the front fenders will go back on. I am impressed with John’s work and his attention to detail. Nice to have John carrying on the traditions of some of our older restorers who are now unable to carry on.

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Sunday October 21st we did our

semi-annual clean up.

We do the road in front of the

Heffley Creek Sawmill

and

across the road to the hall.

The weather was great and

we started the day with coffee and

Tim Bits from Tim Horton’s.

It was surprising just how much

road side garbage we did

manage to collect.

I should explain that this program is

open to everyone including

familes and new members

and not restricted only to

senior members.

We did have 20 members come

out and enjoy the day.

The morning was finished off with

lunch

at the Rayleigh Pub.

Hope you can join us in the Spring

when we do it again.

As the city helps us with storage

for our club vehicles

it is a way we as a club can give back

towards the citys beautification.

ADOPT A ROAD

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Line up at Denny’s parking lot at breakfast time

With the way the weather was had the fall colours it was a fantastic day

for the drive,

Rich & Barb arriving

at theparking lot

Note the top is down

Ken & Joy solving the

world’s problems

Charlie, John & Sue waiting

for lunch

It appeared that there was more people visiting that day than there were fish.

Although it seem we had just finished breakfast some had to try the salmon chowder and burgers being offered

by the various food trucks. If you wanted the bannock you had to wait for half-hour as they were so busy.

It will probably be the last major outing for the year, however it was a great way to finish the season. Editor

At the Septemeber General

Meeting Dick Parkes

suggested a tour out to Adams

River to see the spawning

salmon.

Ken Hoshowski

recommended that we do it in

conjunction with the Sunday

Group Breakfast October 14th.

It turned out great as we

had 29 for breakfast then 8

cars all in the 60’s made the

tour. Dave Dickinson & Sue

Wilson 64 Ford, John & Lila

Foley 64 Chevrolet, Bob &

Michelle Gieselman

64 Pontiac, Ken & Marge

Hoshowski 61 Pontiac, Ernie

& Marg McNaughton

64 Mustang, Carolyn

Obieglo & Charlie

64 Pontiac, Dick & Joy

Parkes 63 Meteor, Rich &

Barb Vandermey 63 Falcon.

Now you know why it was

called the 60”s Tour

The 60’s Tour

To Adams River

River

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Early 60’ to 80” GM Intermediate, or compact Bob Williams 250 218 9207 or bwilliams01@shaw.ca

1956 John Deere $3,000.00

Model 50 Row Crop, Power

Steering, New Tires all the way

around, Factory Hydraulic

Manuer Loader Gerry Danyluk

250 554 7841 {Former Member}

1940 Chev Coupe $8500.00 Restored & ready to roll

1931 Dodge $2000.00 Needs to be

restored

Bob Andersen 250 828 2073

Mega Amount of Suspension Parts A/C Steering for

pre 1985 Vehicles.

I bought a Garage full

Del Schneider 250 320 4762

Dash Clock 1941 Chev $200.00

*Portable Sand Blaster $200.00

Bob Gieselman 250 851 6387

4 Snow Flake Winter Tires $500.00 Mounted on GM

wheels 18” Caps/Rings/Nuts.

*4 Tires $180.00 185-8—R13 Maxus-MA-1 less than

3000 miles Fit Ford Falcon

*1957-58 Chrylser or Desoto Stering Wheel $200.00 Very Good Condition

Steve Bell 250 828 0620

If you know any member that needs a

little sunshine please

Contact Elaine Jones Our Sunshine

Girl at joneselaine28@yahoo.ca

778 470 0369.

A Get Well card was sent to

Keith Galbraith

A Thought to Remember Until Next Time: -

The best vitamin for making friends …B1

Sun Visor $350.00 Fits early 50’s car or late

40’s Make or Model

Early 50’s GM 3 speed Transmission $50.00

Valiant Horn Button $100.00

GM 350 HeadsFully Rebuilt $100.00 each

Planned Heads, New Valves, etc

*Late GM 40’s 3 speed Transmission $50.00

Early 50’ Power Glide Rear End

Call Bob 250 851 6387

Model A Parts: - Bell Housing $50., 2

Transmissions $200 each, Brake Shoes,

Starter Arm & Crank, Front Motor Mounts,

Front Wheel Hub, Gas Feed Bracket, Tie

Rod- Drag Link, Crankshaft.

$500.00 takes all.

John Duerksen 250 578 7477